The Dynamiters are downed by the Chiefs, 4-2

In what was a closely contested match, the Nitro's fell to the Kelowna Chiefs 4-2 on the road.

Game Notes
Tyson Brouwer returned from injury to start his first game.

1st
The commentators made note of this several times that the Dynamiters legs seemed to be spinning because they showed up 60-90 minutes prior to the face-off. It seemed the Nitro's were suffering from the bus trip and that their legs were stiff as they went short handed six times in the first period. And in my opinion, were lucky to leave the period tied 0-0, with both goalies putting on a show. Kelowna outshot Kimberley 17-16.

2nd
The Dynamiters were shorthanded for a 7th and 8th time. And just when you thought Kelowna would finally capitalize on their advantage, Klingspohn breaks in alone and tucks the first goal of the game in. Kinnon dropped the gloves with Kelowna captain Ruggiero. As the period drew to a close, the Chiefs capitalized on some sloppy play (those bus legs) and scored two goals, taking a 2-1 lead with an 11-10 edge in shots.

3rd
Kelowna got revenge for the short handed goal and went up 3-1. Moments later Buckley helped the Nitro's inch closer to the Chiefs. The Dynamiters even pulled their goalie, which turned more into a four man goalie effort as the Dynamiters struggled to take advantage of their extra man. Eventually that plan backfired and the Chiefs iced their cake with an empty net goal and a 4-2 victory.

Nitro's Player of the Game
Eric Buckley. Had a helper on the opener, and had a goal of his own.

Honorable Mentions
Tyson Klingspohn - Beauty short handed goal, now has 21 for the year.
Tyler Kinnon - Wouldn't step down.
Tyson Brouwer - 35 saves in his return.

Further Reading
Boxscore.
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